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VIDEO: Savannah-Chatham police seek help identifying robber

Savannah-Chatham police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man who robbed a business on Skidaway Road Friday evening.

The man walked into the Rent-A-Center in the 4600 block of Skidaway Road and demanded money as he pulled a gun on an employee, said Gena Bilbo, police spokeswoman.

After a few seconds the suspect fired a round into the wall, walked behind the counter and entered a back room where he found an employee and forced her to open the cash register, Bilbo said. He grabbed money and fled the store on foot.

The entire incident was captured on Rent-A-Center’s surveillance system.

Bilbo said the suspect stands between 5’ 8” and 5’ 10” and weighs 150 to 160 pounds. He is likely in his late 20s to early 30s and has tattoos on both of his arms.

During the robbery he wore navy shorts, a blue polo shirt, black shoes and a red and blue ball cap, Bilbo added.

Anyone with information on the identity of this suspect is asked to call Crimestoppers at 912-234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637). In the body type, include “CStop2020” plus the tip. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.